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ĐỀ 11 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 1: A cultures B customs C ideas D migrants Question 2: A shortlist B temporary C afford D accordingly Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions Question 3: A machine B robot C human D fiction Question 4: A employment B politics C dependent D invention Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 5: There has been little rain in this region for several months, ? A has it B has there C hasn’t it D hasn’t there Question 6: The teacher had the students _ an essay on the positive and negative effects that modern technology has on children A to write B to be written C write D writing Question 7: If he the money, he wouldn't be in prison now A hadn't stolen B didn't steal C had stolen D stole Question 8: She _ French words for hours, but she still doesn't remember all of them A has been learning B has been learnt C has learnt D have been learning Question 9: True Blood is my favourite TV series, I don't have much time to watch it often A although B before C if D yet Question 10: this book by the time it is due back to the library? A Will you read B Will you have read C Will you be reading D Have you read Question 11: It is predicted that over the next few decades many species will die as once fertile areas turn to desert A off B out C up D down Question 12: The archaeological excavation to the discovery of the ancient city lasted several years A led B leading C to lead D being led Question 13: The old astronomer patiently made his and wrote down what he saw A observation B observatory C observe D observer Question 14: Richard _ a bad cold the day before his exam A came up with B came down with C came across D came round Question 15: GPS systems help a lot of people on land, on the sea, and in the air A inform B interfere C navigate D reunite Question 16: Ten million text messages are sent on every minute A account B average C common D general Question 17: When preparing a CV, university can consider attaching a separate report about official work experience during the course A graduates B leavers C candidates D applicants Question 18: I'm so under with work at the moment - it's awful A iced B rained C snowed D fogged Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 19: I’m sorry I can’t go to the movies with you this weekend - I’m up to my ears in work A very busy B very bored C very scared D very idle Question 20: The speaker paused He hesitated to answer the direct question raised by the audience A decided B continued C determined D wavered Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 21: This boy is poorly-educated and doesn't know how to behave properly A uneducated B knowledgeable C ignorant D rude Question 22: They had the volume turned down, so I couldn't make out what they were talking about A reduced the noise B increased the noise C limited the noise D controlled the noise Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges Question 23: Two friends Diana and Anne are talking about their upcoming exams - Diana: “Our midterm exams will start next Tuesday, are you ready?” - Anne: “ ” A I’m half ready B God save you C Thank you so much D Don’t mention it! Question 24 - Mai: “ ” - Nam: “Goodluck!” A I don’t like rock music B How you do! C Have a nice day! D I’m taking an English test this afternoon Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 25 to 29 Welcome to the Netherlands, a tiny country that only extends, at its broadest, 312 km north to south, and 264 km east to west - (25) _ the land area increases slightly each year as a result of continuous land reclamation and drainage With a lot of heart and much to offer, ‘Holland,’ as it is (26) _ known to most of us abroad - a name stemming from its once most prominent provinces - has more going on per kilometer than most countries, and more English-speaking natives You’ll be impressed by its (27) _ cities and charmed by its countryside and villages, full of contrasts From the exciting variety on offer, you could choose a romantic canal boat tour in Amsterdam, a Royal Tour by coach in The Hague, or a hydrofoil tour around the biggest harbour in the world - Rotterdam In season you could visit the dazzling bulb fields, enjoy a full day on a boat, or take a bike tour through the pancake-flat countryside spiced with windmills The possibilities are countless and the nationwide tourist office is on hand to give you information and help you (28) _ reservations You’ll have (29) _ language problems here, as the Dutch are true linguists and English is spoken here almost universally Question 25 A so B despite C in spite of D although Question 26 A regularly B occasionally C commonly D unusually Question 27 A historic B historical C historically D historian Question 28 A sit B catch C D make Question 29 A few B a few C little D a little Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 30 to 34 The increase in urbanization causes different problems Air and water pollution are amongst the major issue we have to tackle In the first place, cars, factories and burning waste emit dangerous gases that change the air quality in our cities and pose threats to our health Dangerous gases such as carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides cause respiratory diseases, for instant, bronchitis and asthma Those are also proved to have longterm effects on the environment Furthermore, with the increased population, it becomes difficult to manage the waste generated in cities Most of the waste is discharged or dumped into rivers or onto streets The waste pollutes water and makes it unfit for human consumption Subsequently, it becomes more and more difficult for city dwellers to get clean water Some cities in Africa are unable to provide adequate water supply because most of the water is lost in pipe leakages In fact, most city dwellers in developing countries are forced to boil their water or to buy bottled water, which is very expensive There are several actions that could be taken to eradicate the problems described above Firstly, a simple solution would be joining community efforts to address problems affecting your city Ask your parents, friends and relatives to join in as well These efforts might include clean-up campaigns, recycling projects and a signature campaign to ask the government to something about the situation A second measure would be encouraging your teacher to talk about these problems and to discuss how young people can help to solve them Finally, writing to local organizations working on these issues for ideas on how you can contribute to solve them Question 30: The word tackle in paragraph is closest in meaning to A deal with B make up C try on D turn down Question 31: The word those in paragraph refers to A bronchitis and asthma B carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides C dangerous gases D respiratory diseases Question 32: According to the passage, in some cities in Africa A people are allowed to dump waste into rivers and on streets B people aren't provided enough water due to leaking pipes C people have found some solutions to the problems D people would rather use boiling water and bottled water Question 33: Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A City problems should be taught and be topic for students to discuss at school B Children must ask for their parent's permission before joining community efforts C Participators might take part in different kinds of projects and campaigns D People can contribute in solving the problems by writing to local organizations working on these issues Question 34: Which of the following would serve as the best title for the passage? A Environment degradation: Air and water pollution B Environmental pollution: Problems and actions C Increasing urbanization: Causes and effects D Increasing urbanization: Effects and solutions Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the answer to each of the question Many people see large urban cities as a wonder of human imagination and creativity They represent how far the human population has come in terms of community development Many positive things come from urbanization, but there are also negatives This article will discuss and present data on the implications of urbanization on the physical health of humans living in these large urban areas As it would be expected, developing countries tend to see more negative physical health effects than modern countries in regard to urbanization One example of a developing country experiencing these problems is China China is a country that in the past 30–40 years went from being an agrarian based society to a significant industrialized country This industrialization has in effect caused the need for more centralized cities, centralized meaning having lots of jobs and living spaces within a close proximity This is what is known as urbanization In most recent decades, since China’s change to being more of an industrial based economy, the country has experienced record high numbers of people migrating within its borders In effect, the number of cities with over 500,000 people has more than doubled These migrations are typically of people from rural areas of China moving to the new urban areas Due to this large influx in the urban population, there are many possibilities for health challenges among these people One very common and fairly obvious negative aspect of highly congested urban areas is air pollution Air pollution is defined as any harmful substance being suspended in the air This could include particulate matter, most commonly attributed to industrial plants and refineries waste, or chemicals like CO2 or Methane (which are also products of plants and refineries as well as cars and other modes of transportation) Due to a vast number of people in these urbanized cities, the air pollution is known to be very extreme These conditions can lead to many different health problems such as: Asthma, cardiovascular problems or disease, and different types of cancer (most commonly lung cancer) When exposed to these conditions for a prolonged period of time, one can experience even more detrimental health effects like: the acceleration of aging, loss of lung capacity and health, being more susceptible to respiratory diseases, and a shortened life span Another way that urbanization affects the populations’ health is people’s change in diet For instance, urban cities tend to have lots of accessible, quick, and easy to get food This food is also more than likely not as high quality as well as contains a large amount of sodium and sugar Because this food is so accessible, people tend to eat it more This increase in consumption of low quality food can then lead to diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, obesity, or many other health conditions (Adapted from https://medium.com) Question 35 Which of the following could be served as the best title for the passage? A Urbanization – Pros and cons B Urbanization – How people’s health is impacted? C Urban cities – The new opportunity for community development D Developing countries – The fastest urbanization Question 36 What does the phrase “these problems” in paragraph refer to? A industrialized countries B lots of jobs and living spaces C immigrants D negative physical health effects Question 37 According to paragraph 2, which of the following is TRUE about China? A This is a developed country in the past 30-40 years B The population of cities now more than doubles that in the past C Most of the new urban areas’ populations are the emigrants from remote places D Because of urbanization, more immigrants find their ways to this country Question 38 The word “congested” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A overcrowded B sparse C contaminated D fresh Question 39 The word “detrimental” in paragraph mostly means _ A beneficial B positive C harmful D dangerous Question 40 The following are the air pollution sources mentioned in paragraph 3, EXCEPT A industrial factories B refineries waste C chemicals D sewage Question 41 Why are urban populations easy to get diseases from food, according to the last paragraph? A Because of the low quality and the high proportion of sodium and sugar in this food B Because the way people get this food is rather accessible, quick and easy C Because this food is so delicious that people have a tendency to eat more than normal D Because of the change in people’s diet Question 42 What can be inferred from the passage? A Living in urban areas for a long time will not make the life expectancy of inhabitants shorten B One of the negative health effects comes from the overpopulation in industrialized countries C People in developed countries suffer less harmful health effects from urbanization than those in developing nations D The bad health effects from urbanization are not greater than the benefits it brings to people in urban cities Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 43: Ninety-seven percent of the world’s water are salt water found in the oceans A percent B world’s C are D found Question 44: You should stop wasting your time and doing something useful instead A wasting B and doing C something D instead Question 45: In principal, there is nothing that a human can that a machine might not be able to one day A principal B nothing C a D Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 46: I can’t cook as well as my mother does A My mother can cook better than I can B My mother can cook worse than I can C My mother can cook well than I can D I can cook better than my mother can Question 47: The secretary said, "Sorry, I will never work on Sunday.” A The secretary promised not to work on Sunday B The secretary refused not to work on Sunday C The secretary reminded her boss to work on Sunday D The secretary refused to work on Sunday Question 48: It isn’t necessary for us to get a visa for Singapore A We needn’t get a visa for Singapore B We mustn’t get a visa for Singapore C We mayn’t get a visa for Singapore D We shouldn’t get a visa for Singapore Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 49: My dad has a wide range of practical life skills He can solve most problems by himself A If my dad had a wide range of practical life skills, he could solve most problems by himself B Because of having a wide range of practical life skills, my dad cannot solve most problems by himself C Were my dad to have a wide range of practical life skills, he couldn't solve most problems by himself D Without a wide range of practical life skills, my d.ad couldn't solve most problems by himself Question 50: Alice registered for the course She then received the scholarship A Hardly had Alice registered for the course when she received the scholarship B Only after Alice registered for the course, she received the scholarship C Having received the scholarship, Alice registered for the course D Registering for the course helped Alice receive the scholarship ĐỀ 12 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 1: A species B nest C special D helpful Question 2: A astound B account C mounting D country Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions Question 3: A follow B protect C survive D evolve Question 4: A magazine B computer C employee D connection Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 5: Neither of them will be treated preferentially, _? A will them B will they C won't they D won't them Question 6: The doctor has advised _less coffee A me drink B me to drink C me drinking D I will drink Question 7: They your money if you haven't kept your receipt A won't refund B didn’t refund C no refund D not refund Question 8: We to the hospital to visit Mike when he to say that he was fine A were driving - was calling B drove - called C were driving – called D drove - was calling Question 9: Urbanization can bring social health and benefit; , it also has its drawbacks A by the way B furthermore C however D moreover Question 10: When I _the book, I’ll return it to the library A will finish B will have finished C finish D am finishing Question 11: Global warming will result _ crop failures and famines A with B from C for D in Question 12: Geometry is the branch of mathematics the properties of lines, curves, shapes, and surfaces A that concerned with B it is concerned with C concerned with D its concerns are Question 13: IPhone is the latest _ in the field of smartphone design of Apple A creator B create C creative D creation Question 14: Whatever happens, I shall always you A stand by B stand up to C go after D put up with Question 15: The _ of his first novel appeared in The Times yesterday A survey B inspection C appraisal D review Question 16: Michael Hart was the _ of Project Gutenberg, one of the longest-lasting online library projects A founder B author C architect D father Question 17: After working at the same company for thirty years, my grandfather was looking forward to his A overtime B pension C charity D allowance Question 18: I’m a sharp cookie There’s no way anybody can pull the wool over my _ A eyes B tissue C truth D grass Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 19: With so many daily design resources, how you stay up-to-date with technology without spending too much time on it? A connect to Internet all day B update new status C get latest information D use social network daily Question 20: A.I algorithms can also help to detect faces and other features in photo sent to social networking sites and automatically organize them A categorize B connect C recognize D remind Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 21: It is not fair to give such a challenging task to an inexperienced staff like her A comprehensible B difficult C provocative D intriguing Question 22: Many people move to urban areas seeking for job opportunity as well as stable employment A durable B long-lasting C steady D temporary Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges Question 23: Anne: “Make yourself at home." - John: “ _” A Yes, can I help you? B Not at all Don't mention it C Thanks! Same to you D It's very kind of you Thank you Question 24: Bill:“ _” - Kate: “Delighted I was able to help." A Isn't it a great reunion? B Can I help you? C Thank you for your lovely welcome D We are delighted It's kind of you Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each the numbered blanks At present, single-parent families ought to be of great focus, be recognized and supported as they are a growing family form and should not be an afterthought in family, economic and labor market policies Single parent families should be (25) _ considered and addressed in all family policy discussions and decisions (26) , home-care cash allowances, which are paid to a parent who abstains from employment to take care for her child at home, can have significant consequences encouraging lower levels of female employment among single-parent families, (27) in turn results in higher childhood poverty In this regard, work-life balance policies and workplace practices also need to (28) a single-parent perspective, for example, the impact of non-standard work hours when childcare is not available The provision of educational and skill-building opportunities and affordable quality day care become even more urgent in families with single parents Such families should have a higher priority and subsidized access to childcare facilities Governmental agencies should be established (29) child support payment from non-resident parents in case of conflicts, disagreements or delayed payments, e.g., after a divorce or separation (Adapted from http://www.socialtrendsinstitute.org/) Câu 25 A implicitly B clearly C indirectly D completely Câu 26 A For instance B However C Moreover D Therefore Câu 27 A who B whose C which D that Câu 28 A take responsible for B take in hand C take no notice of D take account of Câu 29 A to facilitate B facilitating C facilitated D facilitate Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer for each of the questions In the twentieth century, people demand on unlimited energy to power their everyday lives A wide range of energy-run devices and modern conveniences are taken for granted, and although it may seem that we will never be in danger of living without those conveniences, the fact is that many supplies of energy are dwindling rapidly Scientists are constantly searching for new sources of power to keep modern society running Whether future populations will continue to enjoy the benefits of abundant energy will depend on the success of this research Coal, oil, and natural gas supply modern civilization with most of its power However, not only are supplies of these fuels limited, but they are a major source of pollution If the energy demands of the future are to be met without seriously harming the environment, existing alternative energy sources must be improved or further explored and developed These include nuclear, water, solar, wind, and geothermal power, as well as energy from new, non-polluting types of fuels Each of these alternatives, however, has advantages and disadvantages Nuclear power plants efficiently produce large amounts of electricity without polluting the atmosphere; however, they are costly to build and maintain, and they pose the daunting problem of what to with nuclear wastes Hydroelectric power is inexpensive and environmentally safe, but impractical for communities located far from moving water Harnessing energy from tides and waves has similar drawbacks Solar power holds great promise for the future but methods of collecting and concentrating sunlight are as yet inefficient, as are methods of harnessing wind power Every source of energy has its disadvantages One way to minimize them is to use less energy Conservation efforts coupled with renewable energy resources, such as a combination of solar, water, wind, and geothermal energy and alternative fuels, such as alcohol and hydrogen, will ensure supplies of clean, affordable energy for humanity’s future Question 30: The passage mainly discusses _ A the current situation of energy demands B the way to use less energy C the difficulties in finding new sources of energy D the advantages and disadvantages of some sources of energy Question 31: The word “dwindling” in paragraph is closest in meaning to “ _” A rocketing B declining C doubling D distributing Question 32: According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true? A Just like coal, nuclear energy is a pollutant to the air B It is hard for people away from the water to use hydroelectric power C Scientists are on their way to look for alternative sources of energy D Wind power and solar power have the same problem Question 33: What can be inferred from the passage? A Scientists will not resume their search for new types of energy until they have found a perfect one B Using hydroelectric energy can be harmful to our atmosphere C It is impossible for some groups of people to enjoy water energy D The only way to decrease the disadvantages of sources of energy is to use them less Question 34: What does the word "they” in paragraph refer to? A nuclear power plants B amounts of electricity C advantages and disadvantages D nuclear wastes Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 35 to 42 An air pollutant is defined as a compound added directly or indirectly by humans to the atmosphere in such quantities as to affect humans, animals, vegetation, or materials adversely Air pollution requires a very flexible definition that permits continuous changes When the first air pollution laws were established in England in the fourteenth century, air pollutants were limited to compounds that could be seen or smelled- a far cry from the extensive list of harmful substances known today As technology has developed and knowledge of health aspects of various chemicals has increased, the list of air pollutants has lengthened In the future, even water vapor might be considered an air pollutant under certain conditions Many of more important air pollutants, such as sulfur oxides, carbon monoxides and nitrogen oxides are found in nature As the Earth developed, the concentration of these pollutants was altered by various chemical reactions; they became components in biogeochemical cycles These serve as an air purification scheme by allowing the compounds to move from the air to the water or soil On a global basis, nature’s output of these compounds dwarfs that resulting from human activities However, human production usually occurs in a localized area, such as a city In such region, human output may be dominant and may temporarily overload the natural purification scheme of the cycles The result is a concentration of noxious chemicals in the air The concentrations at which the adverse effects appear will be greater than the concentrations that the pollutants would have in the absence of human activities The actual concentration need not be large for a substance to be a pollutant; in fact, the numerical value tells us little until we know how much of an increase this represents over the concentration that would occur naturally in the are For example, sulfur dioxide has detectable health effects at 08 parts per million (ppm), which is about 400 times its natural level Carbon monoxide, however has a natural level of ppm and is not usually a pollutant until its level reaches about 15 ppm Question 35 The word “adversely” is closest in meaning to A considerably B quickly C admittedly D negatively Question 36 According to the passage, the numerical value of the concentration level of a substance is only useful if A the other substances in the area are known B it can be calculated quickly C it is in a localized area D the natural level is also known Question 37 It can be inferred from the first paragraph that A the definition of air pollution will continue to change B water vapor is an air pollutant in localized areas C most pollutants today can be seen or smelled D a substance becomes an air pollutant only in cities Question 38 According to the passage, human-generated air pollution in localized regions _ A will react harmfully with natural pollutants B can overwhelm the natural system removing pollutants C will damage area outside of the localized regions D can be dwarfed by nature’s output of pollutants Question 39 The word “these” in the second paragraph refers to _ A the compounds moved to the water or soil B the various chemical reactions C the pollutants from the developing Earth D the components in biogeochemical cycles Question 40 The word “localized” is closest in meaning to _ A specified B circled C encircled D surrounded Question 41 Which of the following is best supported by the passage? A Scientists should be consulted in order to establish uniform limits for all air pollutants B Human activities have been effective in reducing air pollution C One of the most important steps in preserving natural lands is to better enforce air pollution laws D To effectively control pollution, local government should regularly review their air pollution laws Question 42 What does the passage mainly discuss? A The effects of compounds added to the atmosphere B The economic impact of air pollution C What constitutes an air pollutant D How much harm air pollutants can cause Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 43: There have been a report of several bombings by terrorist group A have been B several C bombings D terrorist Question 44: The examination will test your ability to understand spoken English, to read non technical language, and writing correctly A will test B spoken C writing D correctly Question 45: Food prices have raised so rapidly in the past few months that some families have been forced to alter their eating habits A raised B rapidly C that D to alter Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 46: Nobody in my class is as outgoing as I am A I am as outgoing as nobody in my class B I am the more outgoing than nobody in my class C I am the most outgoing person in my class D I am not as outgoing as people in my class Question 47: “Don’t touch the electric wires It might be deadly.” said Steve to Mike A Steve advised Mike not touch the electric wires as it might be deadly B Steve warned Mike not to touch the wires as it might be deadly C Steve suggested that Mike not touch the electric wires as it might be deadly D Steve accused Mike of touching the electric wires as it might be deadly Question 48: It isn’t necessary for us to discuss this matter in great detail A We should discuss this matter in great detail B We might discuss this matter in great detail C We needn’t discuss this matter in great detail D We mustn’t discuss this matter in great detail Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 49: You don’t try to work hard You will fail in the exam A Unless you don’t try to work hard, you will fail in the exam B Unless you try to work hard, you won’t fail in the exam C Unless you try to work hard, you will fail in the exam D Unless you try to work hard, you will fail in the exam Question 50: We arrived at airport We realized our passports were still at home A Had we arrived at the airport, we would have realized our passports were still at home B Only after we realized our passports were still at home, did we arrive at the airport C Only when we realized our passports were still at home, did we arrive at the airport D Not until we arrived at the airport, did we realize that our passports were still at home ĐỀ13 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question A preferred B watched Question A hike B wind C opened C child D enjoyed D.tide Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions Question A.promote B.service Question A disappear C arrange B familiar D.decide C initiate D.tsunami Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question Nobody answered the door, ……………… ? A.weren’t they B did they C were they D didn’t they Question Jimmy’s low examination scores kept him from……………… to the university A A to admit B admitting C to be admitted D being admitted Question When the old school friends met, a lot of happy memories……………… back A were being brought B were brought C had been brought D was brought Question 8.The doctors know that it is very difficult to save the patient's life ;……………… ,they will try their best A although B but C despite D however Question Tourists should avoid purchasing unusual relics……………… protected heritage sites A illegally removed from C.illegally removing from B removed illegally from D being illegally removed from Question 10 Visiting Ha Long Bay , tourists can save money thanks……………… the availability of low-cost hotels and cruise tours A.for B.with C.about Question 11 ……………… , tell him that I have gone to London A When Mr Jones calls B As does Mr Jones call D.to C Will Mr Jones call D When Mr Jones will call Question 12 If she didn’t give us a hand, we ……………… our project tomorrow A didn’t finish B couldn’t finish C couldn’t have finished D won’t finish Question 13 Make sure you……………… us a visit when you are in town again A give B C pay D have Question 14 Mr Park Hang Seo, a Korean coach, is considered a big……………… in Vietnam football A cheese B bread C sandwich D egg Question 15 It can be seen that Urbanization has resulted in ……………… problems besides the benefits A vary B various C variety D variability Question 16 The residents living in this area were warned not to be extravagant with water……………… the low rainfall this year A in view of B with a view to C regardless of D irrespective of Question 17 The scientists are encountering the difficulties of ……………… of radioactive waste A.depleting B preserving C eliminating D disposing Question 18 In Viet Nam, you shouldn’t ……………… at somebody house on the first day of the New Year unless you have been invited by the house owner A put up B go up C show up D.pick up Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 19 Their daughter soon became a celebrated writer after the publication of her first novel A honored B best-seller C praised D famous Question 20 While playing hide and seek, the children came across some old photos in the attic A discovered by accident B found on purpose C.took by mistake D.looked for a reason Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 21 I was going to have a go at parachuting but lost my nerve at the last minute A was determined to go ahead B lost my temper C was discouraged from trying D began to dislike it Question 22 It is widely known that the excessive use of pesticides is producing a detrimental effect on the local groundwater A useless B harmless C damaging D fundamental Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of the following exchanges Question 23 Tom is apologizing to Peter for being late – Tom: “Sorry, I’m late, Peter My car has broken down on the way here.” – Peter: “ ……………………………………………………………….…” A.No, I wouldn’t mind at all B That’s all right 10 Question I am unable _ to the meeting on Monday evening, please apologise for my absence A to come B come C coming D to be come Question If we _ the plans carefully, we would not have had so many serious mistakes A study B had studied C studied D were studying Question When Bill got home, his children _ in the yard A will be playing B were playing C are playing D played Question _ how confident you are, it is almost impossible not to be a little nervous before an important exam A No matter B Eventhough C Not only D whereas Question 10 Up _ when it saw its master A jumped the dog B did the dog jump C the dog jump D does the dog jump Question 11 A generation gap or generational gap, is a difference _ opinions between one generation and another regarding beliefs, politics, or values A in B between C of D among Question 12 The pilot was the only man _ after the crash A to rescue B rescued C rescuing D to be rescued Question 13 The U23 Vietnamese football team’s performance has garnered _ from around the world and shown promise for Vietnam’s soccer horizon A attentive B attention C attend D attentively Question 14 The trouble with James is that he never _ on time for a meeting A turns up B takes off C takes up D turns down Question 15 Most young people want to _an independent life without being influenced by anyone A lay B put C lead D bring Question 16 Your store needs a bold sign that will catch the _of anyone walking down the street That may help to sell more products A eye B peek C flash D glimpse Question 17 Gender _ is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world A equity B unity C equality D identity Question 18 Housework is less tiring and boring thanks to the invention of _ devices A labor-saving B environment-friendly C pollution-free D time-consuming Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 19 Just by coincidence, I met my old classmate after 20 years A sight B surprise C chance D luck Question 20 All the students were all ears when the teacher started talking about the changes in the next exam A attentive B restless C silent D smiling Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 21 She didn’t perform all her duties conscientiously She didn't give enough care to her work A insensitively B irresponsibly C liberally D responsibly Question 22 What makes the problem worse is that Howard and Tina are not on the same wavelength about how to deal with it A behave in the same way B share their opinions C want the same wave D have their length in common Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges Question 23 George is asking his mum - George: “Is it okay if I stay at my friend Jack’s house overnight?” - George’s mum: “ _ You haven’t done your chores.” A Of course B That’s true C I don’t think you can D It’s okay Question 24 Lucy is talking to Huong, her Vietnamese friend, about air pollution in Hanoi - Lucy: “Is there anything we can about the toxic air pollution in Hanoi recently?” - Huong: “ _ but the only thing we can is to avoid outdoors and wear masks.” A You’re telling me B I don’t think I know the answer 32 C I would say yes D That’s easy Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each the numbered blanks Ever since it was first possible to make a real robot, people have been hoping for the invention of a machine that would all the necessary jobs around the house If boring and repetitive factory work could be (25) _ by robots, why not boring and repetitive household chores too? For a long time the only people who really gave the problem their attention were amateur inventors And they came up against a major difficulty The housework is (26) _ very complex It has never been one job, it has always been many A factory robot carries (27) _ one task endlessly until it is reprogrammed to something else It doesn't run the whole factory A housework robot, on the other hand, has to several different types of cleaning and carrying jobs and also has to cope with all the different shapes and positions of rooms, furniture, ornaments, cats and dogs (28) _, there have been some developments recently Sensors are available to help the robot locate objects and avoid obstacles We have the technology to produce the hardware and the software the programs (29) _ will operate the machine Question 25 A managed B succeeded C made D given Question 26 A actually B likely C seriously D hardly Question 27 A away B out C over D off Question 28 A Moreover B However C Although D Beside Question 29 A Who B What C That D Where Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the answer to each of the question There are many African tribes but, for many people, the Masai are the most well-known They are famous for their bright red clothing and their ceremonies with lots of music and dancing Probably, one of the most colorful ceremonies is the festival of "Eunoto," when the teenage boys of the Masai become men Eunoto lasts for many days and Masai people travel across the region to get to a special place near the border between Kenya and Tanzania The teenage boys who travel with them are called "warriors." This is a traditional name from the past when young men fought with other tribes At the beginning of the ceremony, the teenagers paint their bodies while their mothers start to build a place called the "Osingira," a sacred room in the middle of the celebrations Later, the senior elders from different tribes will sit inside this place and, at different times, the boys go inside to meet them Later in the day, the boys run around the Osingira, going faster and faster each time The teenagers also have to alter their appearance at Eunoto Masai boys' hair is very long before the ritual but they have to cut it off In Masai culture, hair is an important symbol For example, when a baby grows into an infant, the mother cuts the child's hair and gives the child a name At a Masai wedding, the hair of the bride is also cut off as she becomes a woman And so, at Eunoto, the teenage boy’s mother cuts his hair off at sunrise On the final day, the teenagers meet the senior elders one more time They get this advice: "Now you are men, use your heads and knowledge." Then, people start to travel back to their homes and lands The teenagers are no longer warriors They are adult men and now they will get married and have children Later in life, they will be the leaders of their communities (Adapted from "Life" by John Hughes, Helen Stephenson and Paul Dummett) Question 30 What is the passage mainly about? A The ceremony that marks the beginning of Masai boys' adulthood B The importance of Eunoto in African people's lives C The journey by Masai teenage boys to the festival of Eunoto D The reasons for the Masai's popularity over other African tribes Question 31 The word “them” in paragraph refers to _ A the boys B different tribes C the senior elders D their mothers Question 32 The word “alter” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A change B differ C distinguish D maintain Question 33 According to the passage, what the teenage boys at Eunoto? A Painting their bodies B Receiving new names C Changing their clothes D Fighting with other tribes Question 34 According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE? A The Masai teenage boys are given advice from senior elders before attending Eunoto B The Masai teenage boys will become adults and get married after attending Eunoto C Eunoto lasts for a day across the region between Kenya and Tanzania D Eunoto is the ceremony for both Masai teenage boys and girls 33 Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the answer to each of the question For hundreds of years, giving flowers has been a social means of communication In the United States, flowers are often given during rites of passage, for commemorating special occasions or as a heartfelt gift between loved ones and friends Flower gifting also occurs in most countries around the world However, the meanings and traditions often vary While students traditionally gave their favorite teacher an apple in past years, in China, teachers are given flowers Peonies are by far the flower most often given in China They are also quite popularly used for weddings Strangely, potted plants are not considered a pleasant gift among Asian cultures The people believe that like a plant confined by a pot, the gift symbolizes a binding or restriction In Russia, in lieu of giving birthday presents, the guest of honor receives a single flower or an unwrapped bouquet Floral arrangements or baskets are not given Russians celebrate a holiday known as Woman’s Day Traditional gifts include red roses, hyacinths or tulips When there is a funeral or other occasion where someone wishes to express sympathy, carnations, lilies or roses are given in circular configurations, which signify the transition of birth, life and death to rebirth In this instance, the color of choice is commonly yellow For joyous occasions, arrangements and bouquets generally contain an odd number of flowers In the times of ancient Rome, brides carried flowers to scare away evil spirits and encourage fertility The Dutch believed that flowers were food for the soul When invited to someone’s home in Great Britain, it is tradition to bring a gift of flowers All types are acceptable except white lilies, which are usually seen at funerals Not unlike the United States, red roses are a symbol of love Flowers are generally gifted in odd numbered increments regardless of the occasion However, the Brits also have superstitions regarding the number 13, so the number is avoided In the southern region of the continent, flowers are traditionally given during Christmas Egyptians are much more conservative and restrict flower gifting to funerals and weddings While certain flowers may have significant meanings for some, flowers in Las Vegas and across the United States flowers are an accepted gift for any reason desired (Source: http://www.flowersofthefieldlv.com/ ) Question 35 What does the topic mainly discuss? A The fascinating tradition of giving flowers B The different meaning of flowers in different cultures C The comparison of giving flowers between Asian and European cultures D The kinds of flowers people often give others in different cultures Question 36 What does the word “They” in paragraph refer to? A Students B Teachers C Flowers D Peonies Question 37 Why should not you give a potted plant to an Asian? A Because the Asian prefer to be given flowers B As this gift is often given at weddings in Asia C Since this gift is believed to symbolize a binding and limitation in Asia D Because the Asian students like to give an apple or flowers to others Question 38 According to the passage, the following flowers are given at Woman’s Day in Russia, EXCEPT _ A red roses B hyacinths C tulips D yellow roses Question 39 What could the word “fertility” in paragraph best be replaced by? A fecundity B good spirit C happiness D loyalty Question 40 The word “superstitions” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A deep-seated belief B unfounded belief C religious belief D traditional belief Question 41 In which country should not people bring white lilies to other houses? A China B Russia C Great Britain D United States Question 42 It can be inferred from the passage that _ A People can give flowers to the American in any occasion B Egyptians are rather comfortable when receiving flowers at funerals and weddings C Flowers given in Britain are in even numbers in any case D At the funerals in any cultures, flowers are gifted in circular configurations Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 43 The number of students attending universities to study economics have increased steadily in the last few years A economics B of students C have D attending Question 44 When precipitation occurs, some of it evaporates, some runs off the surface it strikes, and some sinking into the ground 34 A When B some C the D sinking Question 45 The media have produced live covering of Michael Jackson’s fans around the world mourning for him A have B covering C around the world D for Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 46 Fansipan is the highest mountain in the Indochinese Peninsula A There are some mountains in the Indochinese Peninsula higher than Fansipan B The Indochinese Peninsula includes one of the highest mountains on earth C The highest mountain in the Indochinese Peninsula is exclusive Fansipan D No mountains in the Indochinese Peninsula are higher than Fansipan Question 47 “I'll call you as soon as I arrive at the airport,” he said to me A He reminded me to call him as soon as he arrived at the airport B He denied calling me as soon as he arrived at the airport C He promised to call me as soon as he arrived at the airport D He objected to calling me as soon as he arrived at the airport Question 48 Joey put all his money on the lottery, which was his big mistake A Joey shouldn’t have put all his money on the lottery B Joey needn’t have put all his money on the lottery C Joey may not have put all his money on the lottery D Joey can’t have put all his money on the lottery Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 49 We almost gave up hope At that time, the rescue party arrived A Only after the rescue party arrived did we give up hope B It was not until the rescue party arrived that we gave up hope C We were on the verge of giving up hope when the rescue party arrived D Had the rescue party not arrived, we wouldn't have given up hope Question 50 Hans told us about his investing in the company He did it on his arrival at the meeting A Hardly had he informed us about his investing in the company when Hans arrived at the meeting B Only after investing in the company did Hans informs us of his arrival at the meeting C No sooner had Hans arrived at the meeting than he told us about his investing in the company D Not until Hans told us that he would invest in the company did he arrive at the meeting THE END ĐỀ 19 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 1: A impresses B abolishes C influences D heightens Question 2: A academic B apply C apology D achieve Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions Question 3: A muscle B listen C disease D pretty Question 4: A tradition B modernize C impressive D emotion Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 5: Her parents often let her stay out late, ? A doesn’t she B don’t they C does she D they Question 6: We expect Linh _ to the airport late as the plane will take off in 15 minutes A to come B not to come C not coming D coming Question 7: interested in Curling, I would try to learn more about this sport A Were I B If I am C Should I D I was Question 8: She gymnastics since she was years old 35 A has been doing B does C did D have done Question 9: you have thought about where you are at now and where you want to be, you can work on getting to know your skills, interests and values A Despite B Although C Unless D Once Question 10: _, please wait for further instructions A After you had arrived at the hotel B While you are coming to the hotel C When you arrive at the hotel D When you will arrive at the hotel Question 11: I’m sorry but I assure you that I had no intention _ offending you A in B of C to D for Question 12: The book last week is her first novel about a World Heritage Site in Viet Nam A publishing B published C to publish D to be published Question 13: People often use the natural world as inspiration to design and invent new A producers B productivities C productions D products Question 14: In Viet Nam, you shouldn't at somebody's house on the first day of the New Year unless you have been invited by the house owner A show up B get up C put up D go up Question 15: Gender _ is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world A equity B unity C equality D identity Question 16: Union leaders feel it is time Cabinet Ministers put their _ on the table regarding their long-term plans A cards B hands C feet D papers Question 17: After the last argument I _ with my brother, we didn't speak to each other for months A made B had C caused D took Question 18: The advantages of the new method really the disadvantages A outperform B outdo C outweigh D outgrow Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 19: He sank into deep despair when he lost his job A became very enjoyable B became very unhappy C was delighted D burst into tears Question 20: The African rhino is an endangered species and needs protecting A unstable B dangerous C insecure D independent Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 21: Steve was very happy in his job until he fell out with his boss After that, it was difficult for them to work together A made up with B made for C made out D made off Question 22: If we continue to deplete our planets natural resources, we will damage the environment significantly A use up B add to C reduce D exhaust Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges Question 23 Jenny and Jimmy are talking about university education Jenny: “I think having a university degree is the only way to succeed in life.” Jimmy: “ There were successful people without a degree.” A That’s all right B I don’t quite agree C I can’t agree more D That’s life Question 24 Adam and Janet are at the school canteen Adam: “ ” Janet: “Yes, please.” A It’s a bit hot in here, isn’t it? B Do you mind if I sit here? C Can you pass me the salt, please? D Would you like a cup of coffee? Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks Sir Isaac Newton, the English scientist and mathematician, was one of the most important figures of the 17th century scientific revolution One of his greatest achievement was the discovery of the three laws of motion, (25) are still used today But he also had a very unusual personality Some people would say he was actually insane His father died before he was born, and his mother soon remarried The young Isaac hated his stepfather so much that he once (26) _ to burn his house down - when his stepfather and mother were still 36 inside! Fortunately he did not, and he went on to graduate from Cambridge without being thrown into prison Isaac's first published work was a theory of light and color When another scientist wrote a paper criticizing this theory, Isaac flew into an uncontrollable rage The scientist (27) for the criticism was a man called Robert Hooke He was head of the Royal Society, and one of the most respected scientists in the country (28) _, this made no difference to Isaac, who refused to speak to him for over a year The simple fact was that Isaac found it impossible to have a calm discussion with anyone As soon as someone said something that he disagreed with, he would lose his temper For this reason he lived a large part of his life isolated from (29) scientists It is unlikely that many of them complained (Source: https://www.biography.com/scientist/isaac-newton) Câu 25 A which B who C that D they Câu 26 A shouted B frightened C threatened D warned Câu 27 A responsible B reasonable C guilty D attributable Câu 28 A Although B However C Despite D What is more Câu 29 A another B others C one D other Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the question Women often complain that the men in their lives are not romantic enough But men sometimes have trouble expressing their feelings, often resorting to cheesy Hallmark cards or pricey bejeweled baubles to the job for them But there is a far better way to be romantic and it doesn’t involve spending a fortune or even opening your mouth In the days before courting consisted of hanging out and getting drinks, courting was a formal and dignified endeavor Symbols were used to express feelings and thoughts deemed too special for mere words During the Victorian Era, a whole romantic language developed around the giving and receiving of flowers Everything from the type and size of the flower to the way it was held or presented conveyed layers of meaning and communicated a gentleman’s feelings and intentions Each bouquet contained a secret message for a lady to eagerly interpret and endlessly dissect These days giving flowers has become a somewhat ho-hum cliché Resurrecting this Victorian tradition will infuse the gesture with new life and romance and bring back some of the subtly, mystery, and fun of courtship Your lady will swoon that you put far more thought into your selection of flowers than grabbing a bouquet out of the case at Wal-Mart You’ll come off as a real gentleman and a hopeless romantic It can become an amazing tradition you’ll both enjoy Seriously, women eat this stuff up Of course, even women nowadays have forgotten the meanings of flowers So buy your lady a flower dictionary And keep a copy for yourself (it’s important that you both use the same reference, as the meanings were never set in stone and can sometimes vary from book to book) Then, each time you present her with a bouquet, she can search the volume to find what secret messages you have embedded in the flowers (Source: www.artofmanliness.com) Câu 30 What is the author’s main purpose in the passage? A To complain that men are not romantic enough B To prove that men are not as romantic as women C To suggest ways for men to be more romantic D To explain what is called “romance” Câu 31 The word “dignified” in paragraph mostly means A serious B trivial C unimportant D slight Câu 32 Which of the following does NOT express a secret message for the female receiver during the Victorian Era? A The kind of flowers B The size of flowers C The way flowers are wrapped D The colors of the flowers Câu 33 As mentioned in the third paragraph, it’s so moving if a man A takes a bouquet available B thinks of the flowers carefully before choosing C enjoys giving flowers to a woman D gives his woman something to eat Câu 34 What does the word “her” in the last paragraph refer to? A your lady B women C yourself D a flower dictionary Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 35 to 42 Artificial intelligence (AI) and related technologies are increasingly prevalent in business and society; besides, they have been applied to education These technologies have the potential to transform many aspects of the teaching - learning process Basic activities in education like grading can be automated with the help of AI At educational institutes, marking a large number of tests and assignments is tedious work Teachers often find that grading takes up a considerable amount of time which can be used to interact with students and prepare for class AI, at present, may not be able to actually replace human grading; however, it's getting pretty 37 close Nearly all kinds of multiple choice and fill-in-the blank testing can now be performed by Al-driven machines, and automated grading of student writing may not be far behind Essay-grading softwares are still in their infancy, yet they will be fully developed over the coming years, allowing teachers to focus more on classroom activities and professional development Learners can also get additional support from AI For instance, tutoring programs based on artificial intelligence already exist to help students with basic courses of mathematics, writing, foreign language, etc With the rapid pace of technological advancement in recent years, sophisticated tutoring systems which can help students learn high order thinking and stimulate their creativity will not be a pipe dream Moreover, Al programs can give learners useful feedback and assistance Some schools, especially those with online courses, are using AI systems to monitor students' progress These systems not only offer students advice on individual courses but also help students choose majors in accordance with areas where they succeed or struggle For better or worse, AI systems have taken place in certain types of classroom activities In the next decades, their influences will extend significantly, which offers both teacher and students a much wider range of services Question 35: What does the passage mainly discuss? A The potential of applying technologies to teaching B The various forms of AI C Artificial intelligence and related technologies D The changes made by AI in education Question 36: The word "tedious" in paragraph 2, is CLOSEST in meaning to _ A costly B admirable C boring D economical Question 37: As stated in paragraph 2, machines which are driven by AI can now _ A mark student writing automatically B grade almost all types of fill-in-the-blank questions C be fully developed by teachers D find out all the mistakes in students' papers Question 38: The word "a pipe dream" in paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A a phenomenon B an illusion C a denotation D an expression Question 39: The word “they” in paragraph refers to _ A grading softwares B essays C machines D classroom activities Question 40: Several schools that give online courses are using AI to _ A monitor students' collaboration in the class B help students select suitable majors C offer students advice to succeed or struggle D check whether the courses are efficient or not Question 41: Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage? A Teachers are lack of time to interact with students and prepare for class B All kinds of multiple-choice questions are graded by machines C Teachers focus more on classroom activities than professional development D Learners can receive useful feedback and help from AI programs Question 42: Which of the following can be infered from the passage? A AI technology is expected to dominate in every classroom in the next few decades B Teachers gain more benefits from AI than students C AI will play a more important role in education in the future D AI may pose a threat to every field except for education Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 43: Neither Lan nor her friend care about the coming exam A nor B care C the D exam Question 44: ASEAN aims at promoting economic growth, regional peace as well as provide opportunities for its members A aims at B economic growth C provide D its Question 45: The town has a concert hall and two theatres The later were both built in the 19505 A has B two theatres C The later D in Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 46: I have never read a better book about cultural diversity than this book A This book is a good book about cultural diversity I have ever read B This is the best book about cultural diversity I have ever read C This book is as good as the one about cultural diversity I have ever read D The book about cultural diversity I have ever read isn't better than this one 38 Question 47: "You should open up and tell our teacher about your situation", said Maria to Victor A Maria advised Victor to open up and tell their teacher about his situation B Maria forbid Victor to open up and tell their teacher about his situation C Maria forced Victor to open up and tell their teacher about his situation D Maria allowed Victor to open up and tell their teacher about his situation Question 48: Walking on the grass in the park is not permitted A You an walk on the grass in the park if you want to B People like walking on the grass in the park C We must not walk on the grass in the park D We not have to walk on the grass in the park Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 49: We had a good goalkeeper We didn’t lose the final match A We had a good goalkeeper, so we lost the final match B If it hadn't been for the good goalkeeper, we would have lost the final match C We didn't lose the final match unless we had a good goalkeeper D We lost the match even if we had a good goalkeeper Question 50: He approached the house Then the policeman stopped him A No sooner had he approached the house than the policeman stopped him B Hardly had he approached the house than the policeman stopped him C Had he not approached the house, the policeman would have stopped him D Before he approached the house, the policeman had stopped him ĐỀ 20 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions Question 1: A creates B faces C strikes D cigarettes Question 2: A monitor B moment C opponent D component Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of the primary stress in each of the following questions Question 3: A confide B finish C prepare D migrate Question 4: A decorate B disabled C privacy D integrate Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions Question 5: I think that it is impossible for him to be financially independent at such an early age, ? A isn't it B is it C doesn't he D does he Question 6: In the UK approximately 40% of school leavers go on at university, compared with 8% in the early 1980s A studying B to study C to studying D study Question 7: Oil if you pour it on water A floated B has floated C will be floated D floats Question 8: In the early 16th century, the geography of the globe still a mystery A remains B has remained C remained D was remained Question 9: the price is high, we can’t afford to buy a new car A Now that B Although C Whereas D As long as Question 10: Last year, my father , but now after a bad cough, he has given it up A was always smoking B always smokes C always smoked D had always smoked Question 11: The member states will act in accordance the law to set out in various ASEAN instruments A for B of C to D with Question 12: Hoi An Ancient Town is a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port from the 15th to the 19th century A to date B dated C that date D dating Question 13: Unfortunately, the solution to this problem is neither simple nor A economy B economic C economical D economically Question 14: The volunteer team students with various visual, hearing, physical and cognitive impairments every two months to give them both financial and spiritual support A call back B call off C call on D call out Question 15: The Convention for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities came into _on 3rd May 2008 A action B force C truth D reality 39 Question 16: Not all the winners will receive great prizes, but nobody leaves A blank-handed B clear-handed C empty-handed D white-handed Question 17: My dad wants me to go to university, but I'm in minds about it A different B my C some D two Question 18: Experts say that another outbreak of flu epidemic is on the _ A cards B boards C papers D days Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 19: We're surprised to hear that his musical talent was nurtured by their loving parents when he was a child A abandoned B limited C fostered D restricted Question 20: The atmosphere at work was so bad that Brian eventually decided to hand in his notice A notify the boss B apply for another job C give up his job D be given a better job Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions Question 21: He's really out of shape, so he'd better start exercising Otherwise, he won't be able to join us on the hiking trip next month A out of work B unhealthy and stressed C physically fit D always joyful Question 22: I'd go mad if I had to a dead-end job like working on a supermarket checkout A boring B monotonous C fascinating D demanding Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each of the following exchanges Question 23: Tom and Jenny are talking about their plan this summer holiday - Tom: “ .” - Jenny: "That's a good idea." A Why not take a trip to the Citadel in Hue this summer holiday? B What happened to the Citadel in Hue after the storm? C Have you heard about the Citadel in Hue? D How can we book a tour to the Citadel in Hue this summer holiday? Câu 24 Mark and John are waiting for Jenny Mark: "Jenny is always late for appointments." - John: “Yes ” A But she is having an appointment B But she will never be appointed to the position C And the appointment is never late, too D And she always knows how to make an excuse Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks A scientist said robots will be more intelligent than humans by 2029 The scientist's name is Ray Kurzweil He works for Google as Director of Engineering He is one of the world’s leading experts on (25) intelligence (A.I) Mr Kurzweil believes computers will be able to learn from experiences, just like humans He also thinks they will be able to tell jokes and stories, and even flirt Kurzweil‘s 2029 prediction is a lot sooner than many people thought The scientist said that in 1999, many A.I experts said it would be hundreds of years (26) a computer was more intelligent than a human He said that it would not be long before computer (27) is one billion times more powerful than the human brain Mr Kurzweil joked that many years ago, people thought he was a little crazy for predicting computers would be as intelligent as humans His thinking has stayed the same but everyone else has changed the way they think He said: “My views are not radical any more I've actually stayed (28) It's the rest of the world that's changing its view.” He highlighted examples of high-tech things we use, see or read about every day These things make us believe that computers have intelligence He said people think differently now: "Because the public has seen things like Siri (the iPhone’s voice-recognition technology) (29) you talk to a computer, they've seen the Google self-driving cars." (Source: https://breakingnewsenglish.com) Câu 25 A artificial B false C handmade D fake Câu 26 A while B after C then D before Câu 27 A intelligent B intelligently C intelligence D intelligences Câu 28 A consistent B insistent C persistent D resistant Câu 29 A which B where C whom D what Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions 40 No matter how much you’ve trained, performance anxiety before or during a competition may occur, hindering the results of your match While you can tell yourself to stay calm prior to a competition, managing performance anxiety may not be as simple as Research has shown that strategies such as meditation and guided imagery are great places to start; both require your brain to rehearse what you will during your competition Your imagination holds much more power than you may expect, helping you focus on how to beat your opponent, instead of other factors that contribute to your anxiety Adequate preparation also plays a large role To master the mental game, it takes time Starting one month before your competition, consider sitting in solitude in a comfortable position for 15 minutes each day Focus first on breathing in and out deeply Then, begin to imagine competition situations and visualize yourself in a fight with your competitor Be mindful of your anxiety and return your focus to breathing if you feel yourself tense up Sometimes, you may find yourself thinking self-deprecating or negative thoughts, at which point you should consciously replace any negative self-talk with positive self-talk During these visualizations, also be sure to think about your posture and form and create cues — mental and verbal — that will help you review and correct your technique Pre-competition jitters are completely normal and it’s important to acknowledge that Accepting that this excitement and/or nervousness is normal will help your body also understand that what you are experiencing is not fear, but perhaps part of your adrenaline response to competition With more experience, mindful visualization and mental/physical preparation can help you manage and overcome performance anxiety (source: https://blog.perfectmind.com/) Question 30 Which best serves as the title for the passage? A Overcoming performance anxiety before a competition B Songs Olympians Listen to Before Competition C How to pray before, during, and after competition D Anxiety before a competition can lead to insomnia Question 31 The word “hindering” in paragraph is closest in meaning to A frustrating B crippling C arresting D hampering Question 32 According to paragraph 2, what is NOT mentioned as a contributing factor for victory? A Imagination B Preparation C Anxiety D Anxiety management Question 33 According to paragraph 3, what step is NOT included in the mindful visualization technique? A Maintain a daily habit of 15-minute sitting alone for a month before the contest day B Visualize interconnected dots in your minds while reciting the secret mantra C Simulate several possible interactions between yourself and opponents D Steer clear of pessimistic thoughts and substitutes them with optimistic ones Question 34 The word “that” in paragraph refers to _ A The fact that your fear for competition is a kind of inexplicable phobia B The fact that feeling anxious before a competition is nothing unusual C The fact that hardly anyone will understand your aversion to contest D The fact that introspection is not an effective pre-test calming practice Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions By mid-century, there will likely be billion people on the planet, consuming ever more resources and leading ever more technologically complex lives What will our cities be like? How much will artificial intelligence advance? Will global warming trigger catastrophic changes, or will we be able to engineer our way out of the climate change crisis? Making predictions is, by nature, a dicey business, but to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Smithsonian magazine Big Think asked top minds from a variety of fields to weigh in on what the future holds 40 years from now The result is our latest special series, Life in 2050 Demographic changes in world population and population growth will certainly be dramatic Rockefeller University mathematical biologist Joel Cohen says it's likely that by 2050 the majority of the people in the world will live in urban areas, and will have a significantly higher average age than people today Cities theorist Richard Florida thinks urbanization trends will reinvent the education system of the United States, making our economy less real estate driven and erasing the divisions between home and work Large migrations from developing countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Mexico, and countries in the Middle East could disrupt western governments and harm the unity of France, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United Kingdom under the umbrella of the European Union And rapidly advancing technology will continue ever more rapidly According to Bill Mitchell, the late director of MIT's Smart Cities research group, cities of the future won't look like "some sort of science-fiction fantasy" or "Star Trek" but it's likely that "discreet, unobtrusive" technological advances and information overlays, i.e virtual reality and augmented reality, will change how we live in significant ways Self-driving cars will make the roads safer, driving more efficient, and provide faster transports A larger version of driverless cars—driverless trucks—may make long haul drivers obsolete Meanwhile, the Internet will continue to radically transform media, destroying the traditional model of what a news organization is, says author and former New York Times Public Editor, Daniel Okrent, who believes the most common kinds of news organizations in the future will be "individuals and small alliances of individuals" reporting and publishing on niche topics (Source: https://bigthink.com) 41 Question 35 What topic does the passage mainly discuss? A The population in the future B The advanced artificial intelligence C The life in 2050 D Global warming and its impacts Question 36 The word “trigger” in the first paragraph could be best replaced by _ A cause B prevent C encourage D promote Question 37 Which of the following predictions in paragraph is NOT true? A The world population will grow considerably B The humans will have a longer life span C Urbanization trends will increase the separation between home and workplace D More and more inhabitants choose urban areas to live Question 38 The word “disrupt” in paragraph is closest in meaning to _ A settle B establish C disturb D replace Question 39 According to paragraph 3, the following countries are damaged by the migrations, EXCEPT A the countries in the Middle East B Germany C the United Kingdom D the Netherlands Question 40 What is the problem caused by advanced technology for future humans in paragraph 5? A It makes people likely to live in the virtual reality B It will be unsafe for people to drive their cars on the roads C Long haul drivers may become unemployed D People’s lives will be getting worse Question 41 What does the word “who” in the last paragraph refer to? A Daniel Okrent B New York Times C author D traditional model Question 42 Which of the following best describes the author’s attitude about the life in 2050? A pessimistic B optimistic C doubtful D anxious Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions Question 43: Both of the girls has turned in the papers to the instructor yet A Both B girls C turned D instructor Question 44: Many nations protect endangered species by forbidding hunting, to restrict land development and creating preserves A protect B by forbidding C to restrict D and creating Question 45: Not until he got home did he realize he had forgotten to give her the presence A got B he realize C her D the presence Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that is closest in meaning to each of the following questions Question 46: It is more difficult to learn to speak English than to learn to write it A Learning to speak English is more difficult than to learn to write it B Learning to speak English is as difficult as learning to write it C Learning to speak English is more difficult than learning to write it D Learning to speak English is not so difficult as learning to write it Question 47: "Let’s go for a walk We've been working all day”, said Joanna A Joanna suggested going for a walk because they had been working all day B Joanna insisted on going for a walk because they had been working all day C Joanna suggested going for a walk because they have been working all day D Joanna suggested going for a walk because she had been working all day Question 48: It is high time you made up your mind A You ought to make up your mind now B Making up your mind is necessary C It is possible to make up your mind D You should have made up your mind Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following questions Question 49: They didn’t have breakfast That’s why they are hungry now A If they had breakfast, they wouldn’t be hungry now B If they had had breakfast, they wouldn’t be hungry now C If they had had breakfast, they wouldn’t have been hungry now D If they had breakfast, they would have been hungry now Question 50: You can feel more at ease by taking part in group dating It’s the only way A By taking part in group dating can you only feel more at ease B Only by taking part in group dating can you feel more at ease C The only way you are by taking part in group dating can feel more at ease D The way you can feel more at ease is taking part in only group dating 42 43 44 ... I’ll return it to the library A will finish B will have finished C finish D am finishing Question 11: Global warming will result _ crop failures and famines A with B from C for D in Question... Whatever happens, I shall always you A stand by B stand up to C go after D put up with Question 15: The _ of his first novel appeared in The Times yesterday A survey B inspection C appraisal... however has a natural level of ppm and is not usually a pollutant until its level reaches about 15 ppm Question 35 The word “adversely” is closest in meaning to A considerably B quickly